European Council: Remarks by President António Costa at the press conference
"We also discussed our relations with the United States of America – they remain one of our closest partners. And…
Main results of the European Council on 19 December 2024
EU leaders discussed Ukraine, the Middle East, the EU in the world, resilience and preparedness, migration and foreign policy issues.…
Background on the 50th European Council’s anniversary (1974-2024)
On 9 and 10 December 1974 the nine leaders of the European Communities met for a summit in Paris. This…
European Council: Speech by President von der Leyen at the EU Parliament Plenary
Preparing for the European Council meeting on 19 December 2024, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen explained the agenda…
Agenda of the European Council, 19 December 2024 (updated 18/12)
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss Ukraine, the EU in the world, the...
Background on the EU Parliament Plenary in Strasbourgon 16-19 December 2024
In its final plenary session before Christmas, the European Parliament will tackle a diverse and impactful agenda. Key topics include…
Invitation letter by President António Costa to the European Council members
"How can we use European instruments, tools and policies in a more coherent, strategic and effective way, in order to…
Gavi Pledging Summit to be co-hosted by the EU and the Gates Foundation
The European Union and the Gates Foundation, with the close support of other Gavi donors and implementing countries, will co-host…
Speeches by European Council Presidents Michel and Costa at handover ceremony
"What is Europe about? Europe is about values, about peace and about prosperity. Values are the bedrock on which we…
The European Council formally appoints the European Commission
The European Council today appointed by written procedure the European Commission for the period from 1 December 2024 to 31…
Handover between outgoing President of the European Council Charles Michel and incoming President António Costa
Friday, 29 November 2024 13:45 Arrival of António Costa – Welcome by Charles Michel 14.00...
Main results of the EU General Affairs Council, 19 November 2024
Ministers focused on preparations for the December European Council, the annual rule of law dialogue and the Article 7 procedure…
Hungarian EU Presidency: We want to make Europe great again
The competitiveness pact presented by the Hungarian presidency, the Budapest Declaration was adopted at the Friday informal meeting of the…
EU Commission statement on the outcome of the informal EU Summit in Budapest
Today, the EU Commission evaluated the latest meetings of the European Council and the European Political Community in Budapest. EU…
Informal European Council endorses a new European Competitiveness Deal
"The need for a unified response has never been more compelling. We call on all EU institutions, Member States and…
Conclusions and remarks at the European Council on 17 October 2024
On 17 October, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, the Middle East, ensuring a rules-based international order, competitiveness, migration,…
European Council: Invitation letter by President Charles Michel
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss Ukraine, the Middle East, competitiveness, migration, and foreign affairs. Read the invitation…
Agenda of the European Council, 17-18 October 2024
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss Ukraine, the Middle East, competitiveness, migration and...
Background on the EU General Affairs Council in Luxembourg on 15 October 2024
EU Ministers are preparing the European Council on 17-18 October 2024. They are set to approve a declaration on fostering Jewish…
EP Think Tank: Outlook for the European Council meeting on 17-18 October 2024
The provisional agenda for the 17-18 October European Council meeting has three main topics. Read the analysis by the EU…
MEPs recommend rejecting discharge for the EU Council and urge it to cooperate
The Budgetary Control Committee (CONT) of the EU Parliament on Monday proposed to refuse discharge for the management of the…
Conclusions and appointments of the European Council on 27 June 2024
EU leaders have agreed on appointments and nominations for the EU's top jobs and adopted the strategic agenda for 2024-2029,…
European Council: The Strategic Agenda 2024-2029 adopted 27 June 2024
The European Council adopted the Strategic Agenda for the European Union 2024 - 2029. Get an insight into the strategy…
European Council: Doorstep answer by Viktor Orbán on the EU leadership proposal
The following remarks were recorded during Viktor Orbán's doorstep at the European Council. The transcription was done by Word, the…
European Council: Opening remarks by Charles Michel and Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Opening remarks by President Michel Opening remarks by Charles MICHEL, President of the European Council,...
European Council: Doorstep remarks by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz gave an introductory statement upon his arrival at the European Council in Brussels.
Europäischer Rat und NATO-Gipfel: Regierungserklärung des Bundeskanzlers
„Wir haben klare Prioritäten: Sicherheit, Zusammenhalt und Wachstum“ - sagte Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz in seiner Regierungserklärung über den Haushalt 2025.…
Main results of the EU General Affairs Council, 25 June 2024
The EU General Affairs Council held a hearing under the Article 7 procedure concerning Hungary. Ministers also prepared for the…
European Council: Invitation letter by President Charles Michel to the members of the
The European Council will adopt the Strategic Agenda to frame the EU’s priorities and set the EU’s strategic orientations for…
Agenda of the European Council, 27-28 June 2024 (updated 24/6)
On this page you will soon find all the information related to this meeting. Agenda...
Background brief on the EU General Affairs Council Brussels, 21 May 2024
The EU General Council will take stock of developments regarding the Article 7(1) TEU procedure concerning Poland. As part of the…
Conclusions of the Special Meeting of the European Council on 17 and 18 April 2024
On 17 and 18 April, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, the Middle East, Türkiye and a new European…
Agenda of the Special European Council, 17-18 April 2024 (updated 16 April)
Invitation letter by President Charles Michel to the members of the European Council “Dear colleagues,...
European Council: President Charles Michel’s Strategic Agenda consultations
"Your engagement and valuable contributions will be paramount in providing a strategic steer for the future of the Union, which…
European Council conclusions, 21 and 22 March 2024
On 21 and 22 March, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, security and defence, the Middle East, enlargement and…
Metsola at the European Council: European election will test our systems
Delivering on our priorities is the best tool to push against disinformation, said EP President Roberta Metsola at European Council,…
Conclusions of the European Council on 21 March 2024
The European Council has taken a range of decisions on Ukraine, Middle East, defence, crisis preparedness, and enlargement. Here are…
Main results of the EU General Affairs Council, 19 March 2024
Ministers continued preparations for the European Council meeting on 21 and 22 March 2024 by discussing draft conclusions.
Agenda of the European Council, 21-22 March 2024
Agenda highlights Over the course of a two-day summit, EU leaders will discuss continued support...
Migration and asylum: EU Commission takes stock of key achievements
Ahead of the March European Council, the Commission adopted today a Communication taking stock of the achievements in the area…
EP President Metsola at EUCO: We owed the Ukraine deal to the people of Ukraine
Support to Ukraine is ultimately also about our own European security, underlined EP President Roberta Metsola at the Special European…
Main results of the Special European Council, 1 February 2024
EU leaders greenlit additional funding for the multiannual financial framework 2021-2027 and discussed support for...
European Council: Invitation letter by President Charles Michel
"First and foremost, the agreement on the mid-term revision of our Multiannual Financial Framework. At our last meeting in December,…
Pedro Sánchez on the achievements of Spain’s EU Presidency
The final sprint after a marathon run: Under Spain's EU Presidency more than 190 trilogues have been held with the…
European Council conclusions, 14 and 15 December 2023
On 14 and 15 December, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, Middle East, enlargement and reforms, multiannual financial framework…
European Council opens accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova
The European Council reiterates its resolute condemnation of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, which constitutes a manifest violation of…